From Stress To Bruxism Increasing Bone Loss In Gum Infection

Stress is now believed to be the major cause of grinding and clenching of teeth. The reason why children grind their teeth remained unclear. The problem with bruxism, as the habit of grinding and clenching is called, is the wear and tear on your teeth. It can wear away tooth enamel, causing decay and sensitive teeth. Expensive dental work can get destroyed in the process, too. And you can get aching jaw muscles. Prolonged grinding may damage the jaw joint enough to cause osteoarthritis. It can also increase bone loss in periodontal gum disease or gum infection, although it does not cause gum disease.